Amazing strand and brazalet of round polished pearls composed of: Charoitte: Necklace Length 146 cm - 8 mm diameter - VERY RARE Bracelet done in elastic band 8 mm diameter The necklace beads are strung on a silk cord with a knot on each bead and a large gold plated 925 silver clasp. Mineral: Charoite - TOP QUALITY Shape: round polished pearls Size: 8 mm diameter Gold plated 925 silver brooch - marked "925" - large & solid It has been hand spun with a knot in each charoite bead Bracelet done in elastic band Gift box and protective bags Located only in Russia, charoite is a rare stone. It takes its name from the Chara River, which flows in the Aldan massif, a set of reliefs with an average height of 800 to 1,000 m. The word «chary» which means «charm» or «magic» in Russian. Discovered in 1947, this stone from the silicate group was not described and disseminated until much later, in 1978. It is found in the metasomatic rocks of the massif that form at an average temperature of 200 to 250 degrees. The colors of the charoite stone come in various shades, from purple to lilac, through brown. Charoite is very attractive due to its beautiful purple color. However, it remains rare given the limited extent of its extraction, especially since the only area where it is found is in eastern Siberia, in the Sakha Republic. Access remains particularly difficult and considerably limits exploitation. Although the discovery of the stone dates back to the 1940s, it was not described and analyzed until around 1978. Its exploitation remains very limited, as it is more precisely found in one of the most hostile environments on Earth. The, shall we say, recent discovery and rarity of the stone means that there is no historical trace or mention of any use of charoite. Currently, charoite arouses a lot of interest among collectors around the world due to its unique colors. In the jewelry sector, it is considered a fine stone. On a spiritual and psychic level, charoite helps to ward off nighttime fears and anxieties for a good, restful sleep. Very effective against all compulsive and negative disturbances, it also allows you to treat nervous tension and stress generated by daily life, thus purifying the mind and aura of all negative feelings. Being a stone of wisdom and spirituality, it helps to better manage emotions and channel the body's energies to simplify liberation as well as spiritual summit. It also helps combat all types of obsessions, including various fanatical behaviors. It also helps combat fears that are deeply buried in the subconscious mind. Charoite optimizes the analytical mind while increasing level-headedness and intuition. At night, the depth of dreams increases considerably. Placed near the heart, the stone pebble allows unconditional love to grow. Charoite is connected to three chakras (the crown, eye and heart chakra). According to a shamanic legend, it allows a greater elevation of the spirit during meditation sessions. It is also said to open your mind much more than you imagine. It also allows us to remain Zen, despite the many frustrations of daily life. In addition to flushing out toxins and stimulating the immune system, charoite is also essential in case of sleep disorders, as it effectively calms anxiety. It can also be recommended during a diet, as it contributes to the correct elimination of fat. This stone strengthens the heart while stimulating blood circulation. It can also create a desire to exercise, which encourages you to engage in regular physical activity. That said, it helps keep the health of the person wearing it at an excellent level. It will also be of great help when you have to overcome obstacles, as it allows you to take things calmly and study them in retrospect. It allows us to accept all events that occur as they are, the good and the bad, and continue to progress. The photos are part of the description. It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.